Rizvi Syed
@rizvisyed
Senior AI/ML Engineer with 11+ years of experience in ML solutions.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an AI/Machine Learning Engineer with over 11 years of experience delivering end-to-end ML solutions across various domains, including computer vision, natural language processing, and predictive analytics. My journey has been marked by a proven track record of translating business goals into AI initiatives that drive tangible value. For instance, I developed a churn prediction model that successfully reduced customer attrition by 20% and a real-time fraud detection system that achieved an impressive 95% accuracy.
My expertise lies in combining deep technical knowledge with leadership in MLOps and cross-functional collaboration. I have led the development of multiple AI solutions from concept to production for enterprise clients, utilizing advanced data analysis on large datasets to improve model accuracy significantly. I am passionate about continuous learning and leveraging the latest breakthroughs in AI, such as transformers and generative AI, to solve real-world problems while mentoring teams in adopting best practices.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Machine Learning Engineer
Deloitte
Jul 2023 - Present (2 years)
Led the end-to-end development of multiple AI solutions from concept to production for enterprise clients. Designed and deployed machine learning models for image classification and customer analytics, achieving up to 95% accuracy.
Machine Learning Software Engineer
Accenture
Apr 2020 - Jul 2023 (3 years 3 months)
Built a customer churn prediction model with 85% accuracy, enabling retention strategies that reduced churn by 20%. Engineered a real-time fraud detection system with 95% accuracy and low false positives.
AI/ML Engineer
Capgemini
Mar 2018 - Mar 2020 (2 years)
Built and optimized predictive models using scikit-learn and PyTorch, improving accuracy by up to 10%. Deployed scalable AI solutions using Docker, Kubernetes, and FastAPI integrated with cloud platforms.
Junior AI/ML Engineer
PwC
Sep 2016 - Feb 2018 (1 year 5 months)
Contributed to HR analytics projects to optimize recruitment and performance, reducing hiring cycle by approximately 30%. Created dashboards in Tableau/Power BI for real-time insights and business decision support.
Backend Developer
AT&T
Jan 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years 11 months)
Developed and maintained scalable backend systems in Java and Python, supporting high-throughput telecom services. Built modular microservices architectures using Docker RESTful APIs, optimizing performance and service independence.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Unknown
Master of Public Administration, Public Administration
Completed a Master of Public Administration degree. Focused on advanced topics in public administration.
Unknown
Bachelor of Public Administration, Public Administration
Obtained a Bachelor of Public Administration degree. Studied foundational concepts in public administration.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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